Do children need to attend? Children under the age of 16 years old, are not required to attend the appointment with their parent to submit the application.
Confirmed Online Appointment (if applicable) - Children 7 years old and below do not need to have an online appointment. They are entitled to avail of the courtesy lane together with their parent/s and minor siblings. Local Civil Registrar Copy may be required if PSA Birth Certificate is not clear or cannot be read.
Both parents/guardians must authorize the issuance of the child's passport. The best way to do this is for both parents/guardians to go with the child in person to apply for the passport.
Regardless of age, all children need a valid passport for air travel to another country.
Both parents/guardians must appear in person with the minor and provide consent, authorizing passport issuance to the minor.
Steps to Apply Fill Out Form DS-11 and Print It. Get Evidence of U.S. Citizenship (and a photocopy) ... Show That One Parent Is Aware You Are Applying. Get a Photo ID (and a photocopy) ... Provide a Photo. Calculate Fees. Find Location to Apply. Track your Application Status.
Things to bring: Original Birth Certificate. Proof of citizenship. Three Passport Photos. Additional documents (Step 6)
For minor applicants, present address proof document in the name of parent(s) can be submitted. It is advised to carry original and self-attested copies of parents passport to Passport Seva Kendra (PSK), in case parents possess passport. For minor applicants, documents can be attested by parents.
I/ We affirm that the particulars given above are of ___________________________ (name of the child) son/daughter of Shri ___________________________ and Smt. ________________________________ of whom I/we am/are the Parents/Single Parent / Applicant Parent/ Guardians. He/She is a Citizen of India.